Another backpack crisis!

[stevo6754]

Hey everyone, heres the problem. I've been researching best brand backpacks on this forum and ends up Eagle Creek was most recommended. So I started there and decided a 65L would be plenty for a 2 week trip to Europe. I originally was looking at the 65L thrive with the detachable day pack. I went to a local backpacking store and ends up they only make it in a medium size, which fits my torso fine, but is too low on my back.

So this leaves me with a problem, I can either take that, and suck it up or I can get the 65L truist Large, with no detachable day pack. Any suggestions or recommendations? Thanks..

[Eagle]

stevo6754,

As the Thrive Pack doesn't seem to fit you well, the Truist 65L large might be one option. I don't generally prefer top-loading Packs, but it seems to be well designed, including the single point security lock feature. I wasn't able to tell from the EC website if the design includes a "stowable harness" for use during air travel? That's an important feature, so might be worthwhile to send an E-mail to EC.

Regarding the Day pack issue, the Truist is supplied with a Modular Travel Pouch, which may suffice in place of a Day pack? You could also buy a small Day pack from Eagle Creek or others, to use with the Truist.

Good luck and happy travels!